News Releases

NEW

CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED AT 104TH ST
(Water Main lining)
2-way traffic maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 19, 7:00 a.m. End: May 26, 4:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 71ST ST W & MARQUIS DR W
(Sign maintenance)
Start: May 19, 9:00 a.m. End: May 19, 10:30 a.m.

BROADWAY AVE SB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED APPROACHING 12TH ST E
(Manhole repair)
No left turn from Broadway Ave SB to 12th St EB
Start: May 19, 9:00 a.m. End: May 19, 1:00 p.m.

CONFEDERATION DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN LAURIER DR & CIRCLE DR
(Landscaping work)
Start: May 19, 9:00 a.m. End: June 9, 6:00 p.m.

ONGOING

HWY 11/16 EB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane of traffic will be maintained on the WB overpass.
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: Tentative - August 7, 5:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED BETWEEN GARVIE RD & SOMERS RD
(Sewer main installation)
Detour via Kristjanson Rd
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

NEW SATURDAY

1ST AVE N CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(BACA Bikers Against Child Abuse 100 Mile Ride)
Start: May 16, 7:00 a.m. End: May 16, 6:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES/ WHITESWAN DR NB CLOSED FROM 21ST ST TO SILVERWOOD ROAD
(Bikes on Broadway)
Start: May 16, 4:00 p.m. End: May 16, 9:00 p.m.

NEW SUNDAY

WANUSKEWIN RD NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING ADILMAN DR
(Manhole repair)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 17, 4:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD SB CLOSED FROM 51ST ST E TO LENORE DR
(Manholes & catch basins repair)
Use Millar Ave
Start: May 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 12:00 p.m.

NEW MONDAY

HWY 11/16 EB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane of traffic will be maintained on the WB overpass.
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: Tentative - August 7, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED BETWEEN GARVIE RD & SOMERS RD
(Sewer main installation)
Detour via Kristjanson Rd
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

The Saskatoon Fire Department reminds the residents of Saskatoon that low hazard fireworks can only be detonated on private property between the hours of dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Victoria Day, Monday, May 18th.

Low hazard fireworks are designed for public recreational use and include some roman candles, sparklers, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, mines and snakes that travel less than 50m (160 ft) high. High hazard fireworks are designed for professionals and can only be purchased by persons holding a valid Fireworks Supervisor – Level I or Level II card issued by Natural Resources Canada.

“Even though low hazard fireworks are permitted between dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Victoria Day” said Acting Fire Marshal Luc Durand, “we still want people to understand the risks associated with fireworks and exercise extreme caution.”

Before sending off your low-hazard fireworks choose your location wisely. Fireworks are only allowed on private property and cannot be detonated on any public spaces. You will need a wide clear site with no overhead obstructions and the ability to stabilize and/or secure the fireworks. For example, a roman candle needs an area of about 30m (100ft) by 30m (100ft) with room for spectators around that perimeter. To ensure stability, a roman candle needs to be buried to half its length in sand or soil or secured in racks designed for that purpose. Keep in mind that you are responsible for any debris that may land on your spectators or another person’s property.

Carefully read and follow all the manufacturer’s instructions on the fireworks.

After dusk, when you are ready to fire, make sure that it is not windy, that everyone under 18 is supervised by an adult and that you always carefully light the fuse at its tip. Other than sparklers, never light or hold a lit firework in your hand.

Wait at least 30 minutes before beginning the clean-up process. At that time, it is a good idea to dispose of used fireworks and debris in a pail of water. Never try to relight or fix the fuse on fireworks that didn’t go off.

Always be extremely careful when shooting fireworks. Their debris or smoldering embers could cause injuries, property damage or even fires

The Saskatoon Fire Department wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday. Please follow all safety requirements if you choose to send off fireworks during between dusk and 11:00 p.m. on Victoria Day.

NEW

22ND ST W WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING AVE P
(Sidewalk replacement)
Ave P NB closed between 22nd St W & 23rd St W
Start: May 15, 9:00 a.m. End: May 15, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED BETWEEN GARVIE RD & SOMERS RD
(Sewer main installation)
Detour via Kristjanson Rd
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

*EXPECT DELAYS* CIRCLE DR/HWY 16 EB & WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED APPROACHING OVERPASS
(Detour bypass construction)
Preparation work for overpass repairs scheduled to begin May 19.
Start: April 30, 9:00 a.m. End: May 15, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

NEW

4TH AVE N SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 22ND ST & 21ST ST
(SIIT BBQ)
Start: May 14, 7:00 a.m. End: May 14, 2:00 p.m.

11TH ST W CLOSED FROM AVE O S TO AVE N S
(Water & sewer work)
Start: May 14, 9:00 a.m. End: May 14, 3:00 p.m.

8TH ST E WB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED APPROACHING ARLINGTON AVE
(Fiber Optic Cable Installation)
Start: May 14, 9:00 a.m. End: May 14, 3:00 p.m.

22ND ST W WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM AVE J N TO AVE K N
(Curb box repair)
Start: May 14, 9:00 a.m. End: May 14, 1:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED BETWEEN GARVIE RD & SOMERS RD
(Sewer main installation)
Detour via Kristjanson Rd
Start: May 11, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

*EXPECT DELAYS* CIRCLE DR/HWY 16 EB & WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED APPROACHING OVERPASS
(Detour bypass construction)
Preparation work for overpass repairs scheduled to begin May 19.
Start: April 30, 9:00 a.m. End: May 15, 5:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.